2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 595 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
